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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Honolulu, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Diego to Honolulu, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flight Deals from San Diego to Honolulu (SAN-HNL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San Diego to Honolulu that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San Diego to Honolulu

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Honolulu.
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SAN-HNL
6h 15mdirect
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HNL-SAN
5h 30mdirect
Alaska Airlines
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Fiji Airways Logo
SAN-HNL
6h 16mdirect
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HNL-SAN
5h 53mdirect
Fiji Airways
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SAN-HNL
6h 16mdirect
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HNL-SAN
5h 53mdirect
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Southwest Logo
SAN-HNL
6h 05mdirect
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HNL-SAN
5h 35mdirect
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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
SAN-HNL
6h 15mdirect
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HNL-SAN
5h 30mdirect
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SAN-HNL
6h 15mdirect
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HNL-SAN
5h 30mdirect
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Honolulu flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Honolulu to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Honolulu?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Honolulu is September, where tickets cost £260 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £418 and £393 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San Diego to Honolulu?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £161 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Honolulu?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Honolulu, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Honolulu, you should book around 6 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Diego to Honolulu

Low season

January

High season

July
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (19% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from San Diego to Honolulu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Diego to Honolulu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from San Diego to Honolulu: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Diego to Honolulu 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska AirlinesSAN-HNLMay 2024
I suggest packing a big snack bag and a large water bottle in case there are any issues with the flight causing a delay. When there are delays, no food is served, so you are stuck in a chair hungry and thirsty.
MichaelFlew with Alaska AirlinesSAN-HNLMar 2024
Get there early as possible for the long haul across the Pacific.

FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Honolulu

  • Where can I find food and drinks at Honolulu airport?

    The airport has several joints for hungry travelers. You can find bars, restaurants, and cafes in the Overseas Terminal. Pizza Hut is one such facility that offers fast food services. You’ll find a bar in the Commuter Terminal that serves snacks.

  • Can I get secure parking when I’m flying from San Diego?

    You can use a free online platform to book your parking at the San Diego airport. Parking services are available 24h daily with dedicated staff to keep your car safe when you fly out of San Diego.

  • What help can special needs passengers get at Honolulu airport?

    The airport has wheelchairs at the check-in area for disabled passengers. There are also toilet facilities and elevators designed for such travelers. You’ll find TDD telephones in every terminal to facilitate communication.

  • Where can I find lounges at San Diego Airport?

    You’ll find several lounges at San Diego airport with incomparable services. The Air Space lounge exists in Terminal 2 east, sandwiched between gates 23 and 33. The facility has free Wi-Fi and guests can enjoy free showers and food.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Honolulu?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and Japan Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Honolulu?

    The Airbus A330-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Honolulu flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Honolulu?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Honolulu, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Honolulu?

    There are direct flights from San Diego to Honolulu on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Honolulu?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Honolulu.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Honolulu?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Honolulu from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Honolulu?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Honolulu with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Honolulu?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Honolulu from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Honolulu

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Honolulu to San Diego? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £419 or less round-trip.
  • Travelers flying to Honolulu from San Diego have several options: nonstop, one-stop, and two or more stops. You’ll depart from San Diego Airport (SAN) and land at Honolulu Airport (HNL), courtesy of Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian, and United Airlines, to mention a few.
  • Passengers preparing to depart from San Diego Airport can use the available carts to ferry luggage. Each charge around $6, and you can use a debit card or pay cash. You’ll find them next to the airport parking area to the north of Terminal 2, at the luggage claim point, and near the main entrance to the terminals.
  • San Diego Airport serves snacks and cold drinks at the vending machines. You can find the vending machines at the International Arrivals Hall, the Terminal 1 parking area, and south of the Terminal 2 parking plaza.
  • For travelers who wish to leave their bicycles at the San Diego airport, there are free lockers at T1 and T2. You must leave a refundable key deposit of $25. Each locker accommodates up to four bicycles. You’ll find the first locker at Terminal 2 near the pet relief area. Locker 2 is located at Terminal 1 near the fence.
  • If you require specialized guidance and assistance at the San Diego airport, you must place a request in advance. The TSA and the airport provide ample security for all passengers. Every individual must pass through security checking areas located at the terminals.
  • Travelers landing at Honolulu airport from San Diego can access taxi services outside the arrival halls. You’ll pay between $35 and $40 for the taxis to ferry you to Waikiki and the neighboring areas. Charges per bag start at around $0.50.
  • Honolulu Airport has ample conference facilities for those who wish to conduct business meetings. At the garden center, you’ll find four meeting rooms located on the ground floor. You can access these facilities via overseas terminals. More conference halls exist near the inter-island terminal.
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Prefer to fly direct from San Diego to Honolulu?

Find which airlines fly direct from San Diego Airport to Honolulu Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Diego to Honolulu

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

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Direct returns

Honolulu to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, +3 more

Alaska Airlines, Fiji Airways, +4 more

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Top airline flying from San Diego to Honolulu

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Diego to Honolulu. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Diego to Honolulu? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 9918 reviews
7.1Food
7.9Comfort
8.2Boarding
7.1Entertainment
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

Awful. We got the last seats and they don't recline. We've been on this horrible journey since 6am and won't get to our destination almost a full day later. Oh and no food, either. Never again.

2.0 MediocreDeb, Apr 2025SEA - HNL
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Awful. We got the last seats and they don't recline. We've been on this horrible journey since 6am and won't get to our destination almost a full day later. Oh and no food, either. Never again.

The flight was delayed by 3 hours and 30 minutes without any explanation.

A little delay but nice flight, nice team. Thank you.

They lock the bathrooms too soon before landing! My bladder was bursting for over an hour. Then the plane had to sit on the taxiway for 1 hour. People started rushing to the bathroom. Creating a dangerous situation.

flight was late resulting in us missing our prepaid hotel shuttle

Only problem my credit card had over three pending credit card charges for luggages. I hope these charges do not post. I have already contacted my credit card companies.

Flight was late to board, then overweight. I booked a non stop flight for a reason, ended up having to re-fuel in Texas, arrived three hours late.

Paid for first class, but the flight attendant for first class did the minimum required. She really ever came to pick up the trash, and never asked if we needed anything. Every person had to ring for the flight attendants if they wanted any extra drinks. When I went back to use the restroom, she was just sitting on her phone.

My seat was comfortable. There was no TV on the airplane.

Everything was good. Uneventful flight, which is the best kind.

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